Harris blow for Reds – Inside centre Mike Harris will miss the Reds’ clash against the Blues in Brisbane on Friday.

The Auckland recruit injured his knee against the Rebels last weekend and will be sidelined for the game against the franchise where he trained last year. Anthony Faingaa or Ben Tapuai are set to play inside centre while Will Chambers could start at outside centre.

Replacement prop Greg Holmes is also struggling with an elbow injury. However, good news for the Reds is that fullback Ben Lucas (leg) and winger Luke Morahan (shoulder) are expected to be cleared for the game.